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Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Fantasy: 7 of 169
Perhaps A Dream When first I came upon this place A wondrous look did cross my face As I stepped forth for better view Of autumn colours of every hue With eyes held wide I dared not blink With mind in awe I could not think For there they were all around In all the trees and on the ground Sprites did frolic and fairies play H... More..
Arts & Humanities > European History The causes of the English Civil War (1642-1651): 1 of 10
The English civil war was fought between the forces of Parliament and the crown, under King Charles I. The causes, however, began during the reign of his father, James I. James was king of Scotland when Elizabeth I died in 1603 and being her closest living relative, he inherited the throne of England. During his kingship the... More..
Home & Garden > Vegetables & Herbs Vegetable gardening for beginners: 2 of 19
There are many reasons for starting your own vegetable garden. In these difficult times it could be that you want to save a few pounds. Then there is the satisfaction of knowing exactly where your next meal is coming from. Maybe you just like growing things, or perhaps you think the fresh air and exercise will do you good. W... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Secret love: 29 of 174
I Saw A Flower I saw a flower last night In splendid, regal bloom Eyes reflecting Heaven's light Lifting melancholy gloom I saw an Angel last night Floating on gossamer wings She spoke so soft and light As a nighingale sings I saw a Princess last night Dance with Royal grace Her lips so full and bright A smile lights upon he... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Dark stories: 135 of 662
The digital clock on the dashboard read 20:47. Tom yawned; he'd been on the road since 7 o'clock that morning. He'd been a sales rep for most of his working life, selling office equipment for the same company for 33 years, and now the young "high rollers" were taking over. He wasn't going to go down without a fight like Gerr... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Political Issues 200 years since the abolition of slavery: 8 of 22
Should I apologise for the slave trade? Slavery is an abominable practice which has blighted the world throughout human history. Every successful civilisation since the dawn of time has been built on the oppression of someone. Slaves were recognised as an important resource thousands of years ago. The pyramids were built wit... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Politics, News & Issues (Other) Are you a racist?: 38 of 93
The word racist' is bandied too freely, almost as freely as the word celebrity.' As a white, British male if I was to insult or attack a person of ethnic origin the first question would be Was it racially motivated?' A question which, incidentally, would be immediately dismissed if the roles were reversed. This inequality do... More..
Arts & Humanities > European History European history: The Great Fire of London (1666): 7 of 14
An open fire was the only source of heat in the seventeenth century. Every house, shop and tavern in London would have been warmed by a fire in the hearth. These establishments were built predominantly of wood. Many of the floors had straw laid on them. A plentiful supply of which was also kept in stables across the city. Co... More..
Arts & Humanities > European History Biography: King Harold Godwinson: 2 of 4
King Harold II was the last of the Anglo-Saxon Kings of England. However, he is best known for the manner in which he died. Popular legend has it that he was felled by an arrow in the eye at the battle of Hastings. This theory, though, is taken from the famous scene depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry, which simply has a soldier... More..
Arts & Humanities > Photography Getting started with landscape photography: 6 of 10
Landscape photography,' sounds daunting doesn't it? There are quite a few factors to take into consideration, light, subject, framing, composition, but it's not really as daunting as it seems. With a little thought, and a little look, you could be producing landscapes that you would be proud to hang on your wall. Start by ch... More..